1998 Holden Nova vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Nova | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
